The French macarons at Cup & Saucer in Hagåtña. The delicate pastry features an eggshell-like exterior and a butter cream filling. Lacee A.C. Martinez/Pacific Daily News/lcmartinez@guampdn.com

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Lacee A.C. Martinez
Pacific Daily News

There's a confection that's made its way to the front and center of a cafe known for its enormous cinnamon buns and signature holiday cookies. Brightly colored rows of French macarons line the center of Cup & Saucer's refrigerated display case, one of the trendiest desserts to take hold of the island.

Not to be confused with the sticky coconut macaroon, a French macaron is a delicate meringue cookie made with two sides that sandwich a creamy filling. It has a thin, eggshell-like exterior that breaks into a soft and chewy cookie.

It's often made into a rainbow of colors and has flavors that range ...